A stunning rainbow was on view this morning, and after more than an hour at Manly and Shelly here was NO RAIN (the forecast is the weather will hurl a little more abuse at us tomorrow and Monday and then the rain will gradually let up.)
Izzy, Belinda, Willow and Sylvie's butt
That's better, Sylvie!
Dry blog today following the removal of a benign skin thingy, but plenty of things to see regardless
We're still getting some big surf and challenging conditions, with few swimmers venturing out from Manly. The word from the lifeguard is don't.
Jacqui and I saw one of the 2 bodysurfers having a post swim shower outside and he said the conditions were difficult. Even with flippers he felt underpowered, with the current trying to send him to Shelly.
Shelley, Roz and Melise said Shelly was OK, as did Jo. Non swimmers Willow, Sylvie, Belinda and Jacqui posing nicely (although Jacqui later challenged her immune system with a foray into the Shelly stuff)
Being the weekend, the lifesavers are on duty, and on this morning B&B swimmers Kate and Shaun are looking after us
Another patrol member checking the conditions
Ski paddler at the Bower
Shelly
Dave C says don't get distracted while getting out at half way in these conditions
Because.....
Like I said, still messy but lovely
Still, there was some wildlife to be seen.
A condescending glance
The surfers were having the best of it
And a little blogger indulgence
A good day for the spider, for the Black Jezebel butterfly not so much
Management notices
B&B monthly dinner – 8th March 2022
Coming up at our next B&B dinner on March 8th at Bluewater Café at 6.30 pm, we keep things close to home, with our beloved Cabbage Tree Bay once again being the centre of attention. This month John Michael (Thommo) Thomson, our guest speaker, and the lead organiser of the Cole Classic, takes us below the surface for an in-depth view of the Cole. Each year so many B&Bers volunteer on the day and this is a major contribution to the community involvement required to organise such an event. Over the last three years more than $400,000 has been raised for a whole range of projects including marine conservation in CTB. Funding from the Cole Classic can be a vehicle of change to further enhance the CTB environment. Come along to hear about what has been done as well as provide input into what you think needs to be done.
The cost of the dinner is great value at only $30 a head, which includes shared entrees, and a selection of mains to choose from (including a vegetarian option). Glasses of beer or wine and desserts are also available at the special price of only $5 each (please note, NO BYO). Bookings are essential, so to avoid disappointment and secure your spot please book HERE.
2021 Summer Badge Ceremony – Sunday 27th March
You’ve done the hard yards and got your Summer Badge(s), now come and collect your badges with all the pomp and ceremony the B&B can muster. Bring along $10 for each badge you have earned (correct money appreciated). The ceremony will be held at the Royal Far West’s Centre for Country Kids at 14-18 Wentworth St (opposite Rialto Square) on Sunday 27th March, straight after the regular swim! Everyone is welcome, family, friends and swimmers alike.
A $5 per person donation will be payable to the RFW at the gate for hosting this event, and .... RFW will provide a FREE breakfast (sausage sandwich and a coffee/tea). Bookings are essential to ensure there is enough food. Book here NOW https://www.boldandbeautifulmanly.com.au/2021-summer-badge-ceremony.html
All 2021 summer badge qualifiers will be presented with their well-earned badge(s), so whether you are getting one personally or you want to enjoy the celebrations of your fellow swimmers, a great morning is guaranteed so come along, soak up the atmosphere and get inspired for the upcoming winter badges...
To find out if you have qualified, go to the Daily View page on the Log-in site and click on the relevant badges. Or Click on the links below:
What am I listening to while doing this blog? I enjoyed it, maybe you will too.
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